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Mr. Aspery said the applicant is proposing to install seven 39-inch wooden posts connected by two-inch black vinyl chain in the front yard on both sides of the driveway. The posts will have two-inch vinyl caps for a total height of 41 inches, exceeding the maximum allowable front yard fence height of 30 inches. The fence type is not permitted. Ms. Eckstein said she removed 40-inch high bushes on both sides of her driveway and wanted to install a nautical-themed fence. The 4x4-inch wood posts are covered in white vinyl with chains between them. There will be four on one side of the driveway and three on the other side. Mr. Papotto asked how high the chain would be from the ground, Ms. Eckstein said the chain would be about one foot from the ground at the lowest point. Mr. Rahm confirmed with the applicant that the fence is only for decorative purposes. Mr. Mackey said he has seen nautical fences on other properties and believed it is similar to a landscape feature. Mr. Papotto pointed out that by definition it is a fence and the chains would be about the height of a permitted fence. Mr. Papotto moved, seconded by Mr. Mackey, to approve the following varianees for 18- 12511; Cindy Eckstein; 5887 Park Ridge Drive: 1. An 11 inch variance for fence height; code allows 30 in. maximum height in a front yard, applicant shows 41 in.; Section 1135.02(D)(2). 2. A variance for a fence with chains between posts; code does not permit this type, applicant shows a fence with chains between posts; Section 1369.02. Motion passed 4-0. 18-12568; Timberous & Brittany 1VIilhous; 4586 Michael Avenue Representatives: Timberous and Brittany Milhous Proposal consists of a fence on a corner lot. Property is zoned C-One Family Residence. The following variances are requested: 1. A 30 in. variance for a 5 ft. high fence constructed on a corner lot in the side yard; code permits 30 in., applicant shows 60 in., Section 1135.02(D)(3). 2. A variance for a board on board fence constructed on a corner lot in the side yard; code requires 50% open, applicant shows a board on board fence, Section 1135.02(D)(3). Note: Fence is proposed to be setback 10 ft. from the side street right-of-way. Previous request for 72 inch high, solid fence was denied at the October l, 2018 BZBA meeting. Mr. Aspery said the applicant is proposing a fence in the side yard of their home on the corner of Michael Avenue and Elm Road with frontage along Michael Avenue. Code states that a fence that is at least 50% open and does not exceed 30 inches in height may be constructed on a corner lot in the side and rear yards at the street line. The applicant shows a solid fence 60 inches in height set back 10 feet from their side street right-of-way, therefore requiring the variances as written. The applicant's fence would be allowed at the requested 10 foot setback but for the height and opacity variances currently requested. Noting this specific setback would be acceptable to include in a motion for approval. Mr. Milhous toolc the board's concerns into account after the last meeting and decreased the fence height by one foot and opened the fence up. He would like to install a fence to keep their dogs and children safe. Mr. Papotto asked what the shadowbox fence is, Mr. Milhous explained that the boards would alternate on both sides of the board connecting the fence posts. Mr. Raig